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Sliced Cucumbers and Tomato Cubes In Yogurt

Submitted by abrennan on Fri, 2007-05-25 07:23.

Description

Also known as Kakri Raita.

Summary

Source:

Yamuna devi dasi

Prep Time: 10 minutes
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Ingredients

  • 1 c medium-size cucumber
  • 2 t salt
  • 1 medium-size, firm ripe tomato, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 2 T finely chopped fresh coriander or parsley leaves
  • 1⁄4 t freshly ground black pepper
  • 1⁄4 t garam masala
  • 1 t cumin seeds
  • 1 1⁄4 c natural yogurt
  • 1 T sliced almonds
  • 1 T currants

Instructions

1. Dry roast the cumin seeds and crush them coarsely. Whisk the yogurt.

2. Peel the cucumbers, quarter them lengthwise, cut out the seeds, and slice thinly crosswise. Sprinkle the slices with 1 teaspoon salt, mix well, and set aside for 6 to 10 minutes. Then gently squeeze the cucumbers between your palms to remove excess liquid.

3. Combine the tomatoes, cucumbers, black pepper, garam masala, and roasted cumin seeds in a bowl. Pour in the yogurt and salt and gently blend. Pour into individual serving dishes or a serving bowl and sprinkle the surface with almonds and currants. Offer to Krsna immediately, or chill if desired.

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